Queen of Gods (House of Shadows 2)
Age 13 +
Paperback
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20 July 2023Imprint: Hot Key Books
Synopsis
THE SECOND INSTALLMENT IN THE HOUSE OF SHADOWS DUOLOGY, A GRIPPING FANTASY INSPIRED BY GREEK MYTH.
Return to the Underworld...
Deina has finally found what matters most to her in all the world. And lost it. To save the one she loves, she's bound herself to the Underworld and an endless future of darkness.
But not even her sacrifice is enough to secure Theron or her friends' safety in the mortal realm. Aristaeus has seized power in Thebes and his tyrannical reign is a constant, looming threat to their lives.
So when Deina is offered the chance to destroy him and the gods altogether, she sets out on a new quest. But to succeed, she must turn away from everything she holds true.
In a game with the gods, the rewards are infinite . . . but the punishments are eternal.
Be prepared for a nail-biting race for survival in this breathtaking sequel to Daughter of Darkness.
PRAISE FOR DAUGHTER OF DARKNESS:
'Everything I want in a fantasy and more' - Mary Watson, author of Blood to Poison
'A book of smart, savage beauty' - Josh Winning, author of The Shadow Glass
'Deliciously dark, dangerously exciting, absolutely immersive fantasy from two goddesses of storytelling' - Sinéad O'Hart, author of The Eye of the North
'Rich with mythology, this twisty adventure spins a new story from old - one that will leave you breathless, broken and begging for more' - Bex Hogan, author of the Isles of Storm and Sorrow trilogy
'A beautiful breath-taking adventure' - Holly Race, author of Midnight's Twins
Return to the Underworld...
Deina has finally found what matters most to her in all the world. And lost it. To save the one she loves, she's bound herself to the Underworld and an endless future of darkness.
But not even her sacrifice is enough to secure Theron or her friends' safety in the mortal realm. Aristaeus has seized power in Thebes and his tyrannical reign is a constant, looming threat to their lives.
So when Deina is offered the chance to destroy him and the gods altogether, she sets out on a new quest. But to succeed, she must turn away from everything she holds true.
In a game with the gods, the rewards are infinite . . . but the punishments are eternal.
Be prepared for a nail-biting race for survival in this breathtaking sequel to Daughter of Darkness.
PRAISE FOR DAUGHTER OF DARKNESS:
'Everything I want in a fantasy and more' - Mary Watson, author of Blood to Poison
'A book of smart, savage beauty' - Josh Winning, author of The Shadow Glass
'Deliciously dark, dangerously exciting, absolutely immersive fantasy from two goddesses of storytelling' - Sinéad O'Hart, author of The Eye of the North
'Rich with mythology, this twisty adventure spins a new story from old - one that will leave you breathless, broken and begging for more' - Bex Hogan, author of the Isles of Storm and Sorrow trilogy
'A beautiful breath-taking adventure' - Holly Race, author of Midnight's Twins
Details
20 July 2023
9781471411281Imprint: Hot Key Books
Reviews
A demigod comes to terms with her identity in this duology closer.
Harnessing Greek mythology, the authors build a world in which the Theodesmioi, or "god-marked servants," are enslaved in the Houses of Zeus, Poseidon, Hades, and Hephaestus. In the Underworld, Deina reckons with her half human-half god identity. She escapes with the help of gorgeous Thanatos, the god of death, and eventually gathers her Theodesmioi crew from the House of Hades: Theron, Dendris, and Aster. They seek the pieces of a special torc-a powerful neckpiece-that have been scattered and hidden by Tyche, the goddess of luck, and that could allow the Theodesmioi to break free. But Deina's dual heritage creates unforeseen dilemmas, adding nuance to her characterization. Her lust for power leads her friends to fear her shrinking compassion, a shift that may suit a god but not the mortal they know. Graphic violence lends the book an edginess that suits the gory inspiration of Greek mythology. Can Deina become a hero like the other demigods before her? The intricate plot creates a surprisingly plausible resolution to a seemingly impossible problem. The cast, which is diverse in appearance, includes gender-bending gods who add to the texture of this dark fantasy. Although a brief prologue recaps the events of Daughter of the Underworld(2025), readers will best appreciate this one if they first read the earlier volume.
